How many of you are totally psyched the pandemic is coming to an end and it’s time to get out and travel again? Whether you are going on a family beach vacation or traveling overseas, this has been a hard year and we are all overdue for some much-needed travel time. Here are my best skin tips, just in time for all that post-Covid summer fun: Find a Lighter Formula Sunscreen. So many sunscreens feel heavy and look white, which can contribute to breakouts and shine during the summer months. I have fallen in love with EltaMD’s new UV Sheer due to it’s feather-light texture and quick ab ..read more

Before Covid: MACne (acne caused by MAC makeup). After Covid: MASKne (acne caused by masks).   Wearing a mask helps keep you and others healthy when it comes to covid-19. But it can have a harmful effect on your face, leading to acne and skin irritations. Breakouts caused by masks have become so prominent that the word “MASKne” has even been added to the Urban Dictionary. Maskne: (noun) Acne across the lower half of the face from long hours of mask wearing during Covid-19. “My face is covered in maskne blemishes.”   Why masks cause irritation Many people will see irritation ..read more

How many of you are totally psyched it’s finally summer? Whether you are going on a family vacation or just hanging out at home for an extended stay-cation, you’ve worked hard this year and deserve some much-needed rest, relaxation, and unadulterated playtime. Here are my best skin tips, just in time for all that summer fun: Find a Lighter Formula Sunscreen. A lot of sunscreen is heavy and oily, which can contribute to breakouts and shine during the summer months. If you can’t find something you like, keep trying! For every day use, my holy-grail sunscreen is Elta UV Clear SPF 46, but it can ..read more

How many of you are totally psyched it’s finally summer? Whether you are going on a family vacation or just hanging out at home for an extended stay-cation, you’ve worked hard this year and deserve some much-needed rest, relaxation, and unadulterated playtime. Here are our best skin tips, just in time for all that summer fun: Find a Lighter Formula Sunscreen. A lot of sunscreen is heavy and oily, which can contribute to breakouts and shine during the summer months. If you can’t find something you like, keep trying! For my acne clients to use daily, my holy-grail sunscreen is Elta UV Clear SPF ..read more

Strappy sundresses, tank tops, and bathing suits are all a big part of summer. Is your skin ready for the clothes you want to wear, or will you have to keep it hidden, under wraps? First off, you are not alone! A lot of people have acne on their back and chest–you just don’t see it because they cover it up with clothes. Most of my clients with chest acne also have something called folliculitis, which goes away quickly with Mandelic Serum. Folliculitis is caused by a different germ than the more common form of acne we see on the face, which means we need a radically different treatment in order ..read more

Camping season is in full swing! If you like to spend your warm weekends under the stars, maintaining your POREspective regimen can be a real challenge. Follow these simple tips, and a few nights in the woods won’t throw your skin off track. Keeping Clean When we’re in civilization we have easy access to clean and warm water, but campground sinks aren’t the most appealing places to stick your face. so what to do? When you’re spending so much time outside, you want to go for a cleanser that won’t dry out your skin or make it more sensitive to the sun. this is especially true if you’re at highe ..read more